Service Field Tech - Power Systems Tech II, III, or IV

About the role

Service Field Techs, Sr, Power Systems Technicians or NETA Technicians are expected to perform service, test and maintain various types of power transmission and distribution equipment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, troubleshoot, perform start-up and collect data of low, medium and/ or high voltage (to 500kV) electrical systems.
• Install, commission, test, and maintain protective relaying equipment, including relay panels, transformers, and circuit breakers.
• Develop and document standardized commissioning, testing, and maintenance procedures for relay systems.
• Create relay macros and testing routines to confirm system protection and control configurations.
• Execute end-to-end relay testing with specialized software, identifying relay behavior based on fault conditions.
• Review relay settings and logic equations to ensure alignment with design requirements.
• Low, Medium and/ or High voltage switchgear and circuit breaker testing.
• Perform inspection, maintenance, testing and repair of transformers, circuit breakers and all related equipment – 45 KVA to 130 MVA, dry type and/ or oil filled.
• Perform maintenance, testing, reconditioning and repair on circuit breakers – low voltage 480 volt (molded case and air-magnetic) medium voltage up to 15 KV (air-magnetic and vacuum).
• Test and inspect low and medium voltage cable installations.
• Experience operating high voltage test equipment including Doble Power Factor test sets.
• Execute start-up, troubleshooting and repair services on controls and transfer schemes.
• Rotate emergency on-call duty and if called respond to customer emergencies in a timely manner.
• All work and decisions shall be conducted in strict compliance of all regulatory laws.

Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED and minimum 1 year of experience in a related field.
• Knowledge of various industry standards such as: NETA, NEC, OSHA and NFPA.
• Experience with most of the following or similar: MCC’s, Breakers, relay testing, oil testing, infrared scanning, performing start-up on switchgear up through 500kV class, etc. or training from the military (Army Prime Power, Air Force Electrical Power Production, NAVY or another related program).
• Able to work safely and adhere to all electrical safety procedures.
• Good theoretical understanding of electricity and a good aptitude for problem solving.
• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing with customers and peers.
• Dependable and responsible with good judgment and organizational skills.
• Good customer service, time management and follow-up skills.
• Strong computer skills with working knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Office- use of Internet for standards/products/manufacturer research.
• Valid driver’s license for positions utilizing a company vehicle.